Maybe it's the effectiveness of the outdoor industry's marketing of lures, but fishing tackle rarely gets the credit it…

When the going gets tough, ice anglers break out live bait. Minnows are a reliable standby for many species. There are…

It's a well-worn cliche that muskie are a fish of a thousand casts. There's some truth to this statement, but…

Well folks it's mid-winter. Most lakes and rivers I've fished have a good amount of snow on them, but recently I was on…

Dressing in layers will help you regulate your temperature and stay dry. With winter's cold weather and snow tightly…

E. F. Schumacher coined the phrase "small is beautiful" to refer to economics, but his saying lends itself well to…

In an earlier blog entry I discussed using feather trebles to modify lures. Of course, feathers work well when added to…

Drilling holes is a necessity for ice fishing. Choosing a good spot to drill and proper technique are important…

Let's face it, properly fitting boots are one of the best pieces of equipment you can have for the outdoors. They…

Ice fishing a new lake heightens the excitement and adventure of catching fish. It's fun to try new spots, and…

Soft baits are hot items in the ice fishing scene. The latest generation of baits are highly realistic, scent-infused,…

Losing a fish is often the most disappointing event in angling (save physical harm of course), but a strong runner-up…